Chief Accountant

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Chief Accountant to oversee daily accounting operations and ensure accurate, timely financial reporting. You will lead the accounting team, manage period-end closing activities, maintain effective financial controls, and support compliance with applicable accounting standards and Saudi regulatory requirements.

• Accounting Operations:
  Oversee general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, fixed assets, and other accounting activities to ensure accurate and complete financial records.
• Financial Closing and Reporting:
  Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual closing processes, review journal entries and reconciliations, and prepare financial statements and supporting schedules.
• Team Supervision:
  Assign responsibilities, review the accounting team's work, and provide guidance to maintain quality and meet reporting deadlines.
• Account Reconciliation:
  Review bank, customer, supplier, and intercompany reconciliations, where applicable, and ensure discrepancies are resolved promptly.
• Tax and Regulatory Compliance:
  Coordinate the preparation and review of VAT, withholding tax, and Zakat or income tax submissions, as applicable, with relevant internal teams and external advisors.
• Internal Controls:
  Maintain accounting policies, approval procedures, and financial controls to safeguard assets and improve transaction accuracy.
• Audit Coordination:
  Prepare audit schedules, respond to auditor requests, and follow up on audit findings and corrective actions.
• Financial Analysis:
  Support budgeting and forecasting by providing accurate accounting data, expense analysis, and explanations of significant variances.
• Process Improvement:
  Improve accounting workflows and the use of ERP systems to strengthen efficiency and reporting reliability.

• Education:
  
  Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance.
• Experience:
  
  At least five years of progressive accounting experience, including experience supervising accounting activities or leading a team.
• Technical Knowledge:
  Strong understanding of IFRS, financial reporting, general ledger management, and period-end closing.
• Local Knowledge:
  Familiarity with Saudi tax and Zakat requirements and related ZATCA processes.
• Systems:
  Proficiency in accounting or ERP systems and advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Professional
  
  Qualifications:
  
  SOCPA, CPA, ACCA, CMA, or a relevant professional qualification is preferred.
• Core
  
  Skills:
  
  Strong analytical, leadership, organizational, and communication skills, with a high level of accuracy and confidentiality.